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Which is NOT a reason that Mendel used pea plants for his experiments?

A. pea plants do not self-pollinate

B. pea plants reproduce quickly

C. pea plants have many easily observed traits

D. pea plant reproduction could be controlled by Mendel
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Answer:

A. Pea plants do not self-pollinate

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Answer:

The correct answer is - A. pea plants do not self-pollinate.

Step-by-step explanation:

Mendel used pea plants for his experiments due to their short life span, pea plants reproduce quickly, easily observed traits, could be controlled by Mendel by the cross-pollination.

Pea plants are self-pollinating plants in nature, Mendel had to remove the anthers of the same flowers to prevent them from self-pollinating themselves. Therefore, the option that says that pea plants do not self-pollinate is not correct.

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